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Kia Sorento

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LB05 JHAMOT history

LB05 JHA is a blue diesel Kia Sorento first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 135,374 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
135,374 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,830 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 JHA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 JHA was last recorded at 135,374 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 4,667 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,707 miles · 1 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,667 miles
Average per year
5,830 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,374 miles
  • 2025 – 130,707 miles
  • 2024 – 125,403 miles
  • 2023 – 117,507 miles
  • 2022 – 113,116 miles
  • 2021 – 108,666 miles
  • 2020 – 106,834 miles
  • 2019 – 103,700 miles
  • 2018 – 99,255 miles
  • 2017 – 94,414 miles
  • 2016 – 89,546 miles
  • 2015 – 83,376 miles
  • 2014 – 76,183 miles
  • 2013 – 69,878 miles
  • 2012 – 61,335 miles
  • 2011 – 56,079 miles
  • 2010 – 49,234 miles
  • 2009 – 38,082 miles
  • 2008 – 29,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,374 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both springs upper coils

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,374 miles (+4,667)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    135,374 miles
    Test number
    466633296793
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass130,707 miles (+5,304)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    130,707 miles
    Test number
    609923786080
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass125,403 miles (+7,896)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    125,403 miles
    Test number
    956126395275
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe Corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral Corrosion Under Car
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass117,507 miles (+4,391)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    117,507 miles
    Test number
    765320624982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass113,116 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    113,116 miles
    Test number
    544364408923
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both springs upper coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail113,115 miles (+4,449)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,115 miles
    Test number
    577801604709
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 41% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both springs upper coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass108,666 miles (+1,832)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    108,666 miles
    Test number
    489793067973
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn close to manufactures 2mm wear band

  8. Pass106,834 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    106,834 miles
    Test number
    700524095945
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill within 30 cm of front body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill within 30cm of f ront body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Fail106,834 miles (+3,134)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,834 miles
    Test number
    547855202738
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill within 30 cm of front body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill within 30cm of f ront body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass103,700 miles (+4,445)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    103,700 miles
    Test number
    792898328765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass99,255 miles (+4,841)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    99,255 miles
    Test number
    119153471723
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass94,414 miles (+4,868)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    94,414 miles
    Test number
    548557107521
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass89,546 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    89,546 miles
    Test number
    100840296116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  14. Fail89,546 miles (+6,170)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,546 miles
    Test number
    993174005680
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass83,376 miles (+7,193)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    83,376 miles
    Test number
    888122505207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,183 miles (+6,305)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    76,183 miles
    Test number
    466894304266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    69,878 miles
    Test number
    126776103225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail69,878 miles (+8,543)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,878 miles
    Test number
    795496103277
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass61,335 miles (+5,256)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    61,335 miles
    Test number
    137009392112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail56,079 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,079 miles
    Test number
    428660201269
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass56,079 miles (+6,845)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    56,079 miles
    Test number
    859610601228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,234 miles (+11,152)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    49,234 miles
    Test number
    922721800223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    38,082 miles
    Test number
    352615409241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail38,082 miles (+8,972)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,082 miles
    Test number
    384505909218
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  25. Fail29,110 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,110 miles
    Test number
    404382988143
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass29,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    29,110 miles
    Test number
    770412588123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 JHA

Does LB05 JHA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 JHA is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 JHA?
The MOT on LB05 JHA is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 JHA done?
LB05 JHA was recorded at 135,374 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 5,830 miles a year.
Has LB05 JHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 JHA has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LB05 JHA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB05 JHA find?
LB05 JHA passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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